Which of the following is an item under the Release section?

• A. Release Checklist
• B. Schedule
• C. Detainers
• D. Education

Answer: (A)

The Release section is where staff manage the tasks and documents needed to finalize an offender’s release. An item that belongs here is the Release Checklist because it serves as the formal, step-by-step guide outlining every action that must be completed before release—verifying eligibility, securing necessary sign-offs, updating the offender’s records, coordinating transportation, and notifying relevant agencies. It provides an auditable trail that nothing essential is missed in the release process.

Detainers relate to holds or pending actions from other agencies, which is a custody/administrative status matter rather than a release workflow item. Education covers programs or services rather than the release procedures themselves. Scheduling can appear in planning contexts, but the specific tool that ensures all release tasks are completed is the Release Checklist.